Written question asked by Lord Kennet (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 February 1997. It was answered by Earl Howe (Conservative) on Thursday, 13 February 1997.

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Howe, Earl

Question

What is HMGovt policy towards updating of Conventional Forces in Europe Treaty; and if they will seek, in negotiations on updating the Conventional Forces in Europe Treaty (a) further overall reductions in military manpower and equipment in Europe, and (b) the prevention of the new arms races based on the modernisation of deployed weapons, on new product facilities and on research and development; and if they will ensure that the existing verification and information exchange regimes, which are fully equipped to monitor such matters, are used.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

578 c29-30WA

Session

1996-97

Subjects

Armed forces Arms control CFE Treaty Staff Verification